Master of Business Administration

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Clayton State’s MBA program is for working professionals who are seeking to move their careers to the next level and beyond. The MBA is a fast-track program that will take 20 months to complete and is designed for busy executives whose time is already at a premium. The program will primarily be offered on weekends (every other weekend) and will utilize online components to increase students’ ability to use technology and to help students use their time most effectively.

The MBA will be offered in a lock-step, cohort format to build stronger relationships among students so as to increase communication and the sharing of experiences. The curriculum will be rigorous and is designed to prepare graduates to operate successfully in a rapidly changing global world of business. The program also will enable graduates to gain an insight into an area that is increasing in importance for almost every business—supply chain management.

The program will be taught by a talented and dedicated group of faculty that have a blend of excellent academic skills and real-world experience. Faculty members take pride in their accessibility to students and measure their success by the success of students not only in the classroom but also after graduation. The School’s professional staff members also are available to assist students with the admission process and with career placement upon graduation.

BENEFITS

The benefits of obtaining an MBA are numerous. A recent study by the Graduate Management Admission Council states that “an MBA yields an excellent return on investment for nearly everyone, regardless of type of program, the race of the student-or even the ranking of the school”. The same study also indicates that graduates of part-time MBA programs offered at AACSB accredited schools obtain positions with average salary increase of 37%. (While salary increases vary, the study demonstrates the value of an MBA.)